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Karnataka and Tamil Nadu Set for High-Level Meeting on Cauvery Water Dispute

Bengaluru, July 29: Senior sources have confirmed that preparations are underway for a high-level bilateral meeting between the Karnataka and Tamil Nadu governments regarding the Cauvery water dispute. This meeting is scheduled for August 3 at 2 PM at the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. However, no official statement has been issued yet. The meeting will ... Read more Karnataka and Tamil Nadu Set for High-Level Meeting on Cauvery Water Dispute

Morningstar 29 Jul 2026 2:05 am

Karnataka may have to release nearly double the stipulated 3,500 cusecs owing to dry riverbed till Biligundlu

A significant percentage of water released from either KRS or Kabini will be lost by the time it reaches Biligundlu measuring gauge since the river bed is dry. The State also has to account for groundwater levels and channel losses

The Hindu 29 Jul 2026 12:57 am

Karnataka High Court Criticizes Police Action Against Informant on Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants

Bengaluru, July 29: The Karnataka High Court expressed strong discontent with the state police on Tuesday. This criticism arose after the police filed a First Information Report (FIR) against an individual who reported the presence of alleged illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. The court questioned how criminal proceedings could commence without verifying the informants status and directed ... Read more Karnataka High Court Criticizes Police Action Against Informant on Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants

Morningstar 29 Jul 2026 12:49 am

Govt's reply in Parliament on Mekedatu must be withdrawn, Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to PM Modi

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene on the Mekedatu project. He requested no approvals unless consistent with the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal Award. Vijay also called for withdrawal of a Union Minister's Rajya Sabha statement. This statement suggested Karnataka did not need lower riparian consent for the project. The Chief Minister emphasized protecting judicial decisions and federal harmony.

The Economic Times 29 Jul 2026 12:15 am

97 & running: No finish line for Bengalurus marathon grandpa

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 11:35 pm

Radico Khaitan revenue up 10% to Rs 5,869 crore

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 11:22 pm

Use AI as a force to do what no one could do before: Sikka

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 11:15 pm

Karnataka Government Assigns CID to Investigate KPPSC Exam Irregularities

Bengaluru, July 28: The Karnataka government has handed over the investigation of two cases related to alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPPSC) exams and recruitment process to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Home Minister Priyank Kharge made this announcement on Tuesday. The cases, registered under Section 10 of the Karnataka Public Examination ... Read more Karnataka Government Assigns CID to Investigate KPPSC Exam Irregularities

Morningstar 28 Jul 2026 11:14 pm

Karnataka HC closes plea seeking extension of SIR

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday closed a Public Interest Litigation seeking an extension of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, holding that the Election Commission is best placed to deal with issues arising during the revision process and that similar questions are already pending before the Supreme Court. The PIL was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 11:04 pm

Parched fields get a lifeline as KBJNL releases irrigation water

Improved inflows into Almatti and Narayanpur bring relief to farmers hit by delayed monsoon sowing

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 10:23 pm

Vijays proposed visit to Bengaluru kindles public curiosity about similar missions in the mid-1980s

In January and February 1986 and 1987, Chief MinisterM.G.Ramachandran despatched his Ministers to Bengaluru to meet their counterparts and Karnataka Chief MinisterRamakrishnaHegdeand persuade them to release water for saving the paddy crop raised during the long-termsambacultivation season

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 10:23 pm

Karnataka: Udupi Police Continue Special Checks Of School Vehicles, Road Safety Drive

The drive, held from July 20 to July 27, focused on checking compliance with safety norms and government guidelines governing student transportation: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 10:21 pm

Canine cop solves murder case in Karnataka

Police Dogs Instinct Turns Murder Probe Around

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 10:14 pm

Rare Bat Species in Karnataka Preys on 4,100 Insects

An Osmania University study found the critically endangered Kolar Roundleaf Bat feeds on over 4,100 insect species, highlighting its vital role in natural pest control and biodiversity conservation.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 10:06 pm

KLS Gogte College felicitates alumnus Prabhakar Kore

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 10:05 pm

Londa yard glitch derails rail timings, thousands stranded

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 10:03 pm

Karnataka: Man Absconding For 36 Years Arrested By Karkala Town Police

The operation was carried out by the Sub-Inspector of Karkala Town Police Station along with Head Constables Lokesh and Sanjay: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 9:51 pm

Siddaramaiah makes brief visit to Mysuru

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 9:10 pm

JD(S) alleges large-scale duplication of voter names in Bidar Assembly constituency

Party submits complaint to Election Commission seeking Aadhaar linkage and biometric verification to ensure a clean electoral roll

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 9:06 pm

Karnataka: 'I Attempted 165 Questions, But My OMR Shows Only 41' Says Haveri NEET Aspirant

I do not know how I should fight this. My only request is that the authorities provide me with my original OMR sheet: The Student Bindushree Jagadish Pawar

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 8:32 pm

KEA, CUPECA urge AICTE to extend admission deadline for engineering courses

As per AICTEs academic calendar, August 1, 2026 is the last date of commencement of classes for first year students of technical courses and August 14 is the last date for the admission.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 8:17 pm

Karnataka High Court declines to entertain petition seeking extension of SIR timeline

The ECI is tasked with the conduct of SIR and it is a specialised body and we find no reasons to proceed on the basis that the ECI would not be able to address procedural issues, says court

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 8:06 pm

Coforge Q1 revenue up 33.3% to $592 million

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 7:57 pm

Person drowns while fishing in a tank at Hosanagara taluk

Fire Officer Anandappa N. told The Hindu that the rope tied around the deceaseds waist helped rescue personnel locate him.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 7:56 pm

Three get life for murder of 80-year-old woman

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 7:56 pm

Ashoka slams Karnatakagovt over Cauverywater release toTN

Bengaluru: Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka on Tuesday, July 28, criticised the Karnataka government over the Cauvery Water Regulation Committees directive to release 3,500 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu, terming it a complete failure of the state administration. He demanded that the government immediately convene an all-party meeting to formulate the states legal Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 7:50 pm

Farmers oppose CWRCs direction of release of water to Tamil Nadu

Opposing the Cauvery Water Regulation Committees direction to release 3,500 cusecs of the Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu daily for 15 days, president of Federation of Karnataka Farmers Organisations Kurubur Shanthakumar has urged the State government to persuade the Cauvery Management Authority for a reconsideration of the order

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 7:45 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inaugurate Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre in Mysuru on August 1

The memorial has been built at the site of Niranjana Math (Old Anathalaya) on N.S. Road, where Swami Vivekananda stayed during his visit to Mysuru as a wandering monk in November 1892.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 7:31 pm

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will remain active in politics and public life, says Yathindra Siddaramaiah

Siddaramaiah, senior Congress leader, will continue to remain active in politics and public life. His statement about not wanting to contest the next elections should not be interpreted as his announcement of retirement from electoral politics, Yatindra Siddaramaiah, Minister for Urban Development, said in Belagavi

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 6:58 pm

Weather Tomorrow, July 29: Heavy rain alert for Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Rajasthan & more states; check IMD forecast

Weather Tomorrow, July 29: A deep depression is forecast to bring widespread heavy rainfall across India on Wednesday. This system will move inland from eastern India, influencing central and eastern regions significantly. Central India, including Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, expects extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas. Northern states like Delhi and Rajasthan will also experience widespread showers and thunderstorms. Fishermen are warned against venturing into the northwest Bay of Bengal due to rough seas.

The Economic Times 28 Jul 2026 6:55 pm

Ideals propounded by Basavanna remain timeless truths: V-C K.B. Gudasi

Vice-Chancellor of Sri Murugarajendra University, Chitradurga, K.B. Gudasi has said that the ideals propounded by 12th century social reformer Basavanna remained timeless truths applicable across all castes, regions, and generations

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 6:48 pm

Shivamogga: 1.56 lakh voters in ASSD category

These names are likely to be excluded from the draft electoral roll, which is scheduled to be published on August 17.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 6:40 pm

CWRC orders Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs to Tamil Nadu; state may appeal

The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee has ordered Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu. Karnataka plans to challenge this directive, citing severe water scarcity and low reservoir levels. Officials argue existing storage is only sufficient for drinking water needs. Tamil Nadu disputes Karnataka's claims and points to a significant water deficit. The state faces challenges in meeting the mandated flow due to transmission losses.

The Economic Times 28 Jul 2026 6:40 pm

AIADMK chief slams Union ministers response on Mekedatu dam row

Chennai: AIADMK Chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday slammed Union Minister of State Raj Bhushan Chowdharys reply in the Parliament on a dam proposed by the Karnataka government across the Cauvery at Mekedatu, saying that the reply misinterpreted the Supreme Courts verdict. Expressing deep shock over the statement, the AIADMK general secretary said in a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 6:39 pm

Davangere University to introduce skill-based programmes from current academic year

With an aim to enhance the skills of the students Davanagere University plans to introduce various postgraduate diploma and certificate courses alongside undergraduate and postgraduate programmes from the current academic year

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 6:06 pm

Ashada Fridays: No recommendation letters allowed for vehicle entry to Chamundi hill

Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy said that except for vehicles covered under the prescribed security protocol, no other vehicles will be permitted to enter Chamundi Hills during Ashada Fridays.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 6:04 pm

Vijay Writes To PM Modi, Objects To Jal Shakti Ministry's Reply On Mekedatu

The ministry, he said, has stated that the judgment of the Hon'ble Supreme Court dated 16 February 2018 does not expressly stipulate that Karnataka should obtain the consent of the lower riparian States before constructing a structure across the River Cauvery.

NDTV 28 Jul 2026 5:41 pm

Water release based on CWMA instructions, says Minister Yatindra Siddaramaiah

We know that there is less water in our reservoirs due to low rainfall. But the water is being released after calculating our need for drinking water in the future months, says Minister Yatindra Siddaramaiah

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 5:40 pm

KPSC veterinary officer recruitment row: Two FIRs transferred to CID in 80 lakh-for-job scam

Police have decided to subject the two arrested middlemen Sikandar Chaudhary (46), a headmaster from Vijayapura, and Arif Mohammed Mulla (45) of Jamakhandi in Bagalkot district to further interrogation.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 5:20 pm

Cauvery Water Dispute: CWRC Directs Karnataka to Release Water to Tamil Nadu

Bengaluru, July 28: Karnatakas Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy announced on Tuesday that the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) has instructed the state to release 3,500 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for the next 15 days. The final decision will be made after discussions with Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Speaking to reporters in ... Read more Cauvery Water Dispute: CWRC Directs Karnataka to Release Water to Tamil Nadu

Morningstar 28 Jul 2026 5:20 pm

Man Held for Killing Wife in Karnataka

Police registered a murder case against the deceased woman's husband, Praveen Ashok Jigalur, based on a complaint filed by her father

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 5:11 pm

CM DK Shivakumar Congratulates Shilpa Shyla for Winning Bronze in CWG

Heartiest congratulations to Karnataka's own Shilpa K Shyla on winning the Bronze Medal in the Women's F57 Shot Put at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, he said

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 4:57 pm

CWRC order: BJP warns against water release to appease alliance partner TVK in Tamil Nadu

R. Ashok accused the Congress dispensation of failing to protect the interests of the State

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 4:54 pm

NEET row: Karnataka student alleges OMR-sheet mix-up, complains to NTA

Bindhushree Pawar alleges a significant OMR sheet mix-up after her NEET UG results. Her score shows negative eleven marks, a stark contrast to her expected six hundred sixty-three. She claims the submitted OMR sheet contains fewer entries than she remembers marking. The recorded entry and exit times on the sheet appear impossibly short. Her family seeks the original OMR sheet for verification and justice.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 4:38 pm

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar Lauds Shilpa Shyla For CWG 2026 Bronze

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday congratulated the state's para-athlete Shilpa K Shyla on winning the bronze medal in the women's F57 shot put event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.

NDTV 28 Jul 2026 3:53 pm

Crime Branch arrests absconding accused in 2005 theft of ivory and sandalwood billets from Forest department warehouse in Keralas Kasaragod

Crime Branch says the arrested, Mohammed Farid, 60, is an active member of a gang allegedly involved in several similar thefts across Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 3:49 pm

Karnataka man arrested for killing wife over suspected affair, filming, sharing videos of her final moments

A husband was arrested in Bagalkot for allegedly killing his wife. He reportedly recorded a video of her hanging and shared it with family. The woman was found dead at their home on Monday evening. Police registered a murder case based on the father's complaint. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact sequence of events.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 3:41 pm

Cauvery Water Regulation Committee orders Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water a day for 15 days to Tamil Nadu

Karnataka Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy says the state itself is gripped by serious shortage of water and will examine the possibility of filing an appeal against CWRCs order before the Cauvery Water Management Authority

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 3:32 pm

Have You Not Stolen That Chance? Karnataka Court Slams Ex-KPSC Chief's Daughter

On July 13, Thaawarchand Gehlot, Governor of Karnataka, suspended Shivashankarappa Sahukar over allegations that he facilitated the appointment of his two daughters as Industrial Extension Officers.

NDTV 28 Jul 2026 3:19 pm

Tamil Nadu CM Urges PM Modi to Halt Mekedatu Dam Project Approval

Chennai, July 28: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the central government not to grant any legal or administrative approval for Karnatakas proposed Mekedatu dam project. He argues that this would violate the decisions of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal and the Supreme Courts ruling on ... Read more Tamil Nadu CM Urges PM Modi to Halt Mekedatu Dam Project Approval

Morningstar 28 Jul 2026 2:54 pm

CM Vijay Urges PM to Withdraw Reply on Mekedatu Dam, Cites SC Ruling

Chief Minister says Centre's Rajya Sabha response on Karnataka's Mekedatu project ignores settled legal principles on interstate river disputes.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 2:35 pm

7,000+ Students Test HIV Positive; Karnataka Mandates HIV Camps in Colleges

According to a report by the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), Karnataka has the third-highest number of people living with HIV in the country

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 2:33 pm

Meeting with MPs in Delhi major success Karnataka CM Shivakumar

He said the meeting demonstrated that there is strength in unity and reinforced the need for leaders across party lines to work together for Karnataka's development

Mid Day 28 Jul 2026 1:48 pm